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Exclusive district of Ancient Rome

Between the Roman Forum and the Circo Massimo lies the Palatino or Palatine Hill of Rome. It takes you back to days of old with its pine trees, majestic ruins and amazing vistas.

It was the ancient city of Rome's most exclusive district, mainly because it was close to the Forum and was the most central of Rome's seven hills.

Amazing vistas of Rome with many ancient sites

The habitation of the Palatino dates back to 8th century BC. Today you can view the ancient ruins of the stadio which was the main part of the imperial palace, the Arcate Severiane and ruins of the Domus Augustana.

It has amazing views of the Forum from the viewing balcony and wonderful vistas of the city of Rome. You can discover how the wealthy of Rome lived in this neighbourhood, take in the myriad of palace ruins and see one of Europe's earliest Botanical gardens.

Visit the house of Augustus and House to see their beautiful frescoes.

Key Highlights

The epicentre of Ancient Rome, you will see some amazing views of the Forum from the viewing balcony and wonderful vistas of the city of Rome.

Discover how the wealthy of Rome lived in this neighbourhood, and take in the myriad of palace ruins and one of Europe's earliest Botanical gardens.

The house of Augustus and House of Livia are must sees with beautiful frescoes which are a sight to behold. Read on for more details.

Rome experts have nominated Palatine Hill as one of the absolutely unforgettable things to do in Rome. Palatine Hill should be on your "bucket list" when you plan the trip to Rome.
Given the vibrancy of Rome, it is hard to restrict this selection of travel bucket list ideas to just top ten. The review of Palatine Hill as well as the insightful tips and Faqs have been authored by Rome expert.

"Ancient Rome's most exclusive district, today filled with pine trees, ruins and vistas of the seven hills." is how the author has summarized this attraction.